Bert Weichel - University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK

Professor: Bert Weichel

Department: Geography

College: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GEO125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Bert and Rod may make it seem like the world is ending in geog 125. But overall is a very easy class. 6 essay assignments that you won't receive below an 80 and if you have any background knowledge in agriculture or enviroment don't even bother studying the midterm is very easy then. Class is boring but easy average booster

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Do you like to be tested on random trivia? Because that's what the exams will be like for this class with Bert. Nothing on lecture slides were tested on and the textbook better be memorized word for word, cover to cover if you want a decent grade. IOW, avoid this prof at all costs. His grading is also inconsistent for assignment.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

The midterm and final were very specific and hard if you did not have the entire textbook memorized cover to cover. Bert tried to be funny, but it just came across as rude and annoying. Would not recommend for this class. The lab and research project were pointless and a waste of time.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

The tests were not based at all on the lectures, so dont bother going. Read the chapters and go to the labs and you will do fine. Shouldnt have bothered studying for the final because it was all multiple choice that were ridiculously specific.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Midterm was brutal b/c it was completely unrelated to the lectures, and after the brutal midterm he kept emphasizing "this is in the textbook you need read more on this" That seems like their go to, really lazy teaching. Saved my mark b/c of the lab exam (surprisingly easy, could've something to do w/ bad midterm marks? ) and the research project.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Uninformative when it came to feedback and communication regarding assignments.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Burt & Rod are the greatest. Burt is slightly more dry than Rod, but still great. He tended to lecture less than Rod did, but I enjoyed the lectures he did. The midterm was kinda challenging, but can do very well on. Assignments are easy - 90+ and going to class helps with em. Slides aren't posted for copyright. Multiple choice. Final is easy

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GEOG280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

If you are a decent writer and willing to put the work in you are guaranteed to get a good grade. I've completed three of their classes and received above an 80 in each of them, but required more time than other classes. The material they teach is very interesting and it's always made clear what they expect from you.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GEOG280
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took the online course over summer and it was a great course. I found the material very interesting and understand more about how things affect the environment. Bert was quick to respond to emails and provided feedback when necessary. If you're willing to put in the work and complete all the assignments then you should do well.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Not as enthusiastic, but he does his best to give clear explanations when you ask for clarifications. Very supportive when you need it and wants to truly help you despite his quiet, detached manner. I get that he does come off aloof and not the one to give tips on how to study. Best person to ask that would be Rod.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GEOG351
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Really interesting class. Prepare for lots of reading and weekly short 1-2 page essays. The midterm was online, it was very tough. However, weekly assignments will boost your grade. Also the final is quite easy, there are many choices of written answers to do so if you don't know everything that is fine.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 80218
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He was a good prof, but not as good as his class counterpart, Rod Johnson. Bert moved through the slides pretty quickly and didn't give you a chance to take all the notes. The papers were easy, but the tests could be challenging if you don't know your stuff. In the end, I did learn a lot, and would recommend.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Not as outspoken as rod, but still a really friendly guy and makes you feel welcome. I will agree with other comments on here about how he isn't one for giving advice on how to prepare for a test. Just tells you that you should read the text book. Doesn't specify any focuses. But really, that is like any first year class. I enjoyed this one!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Not the most helpful professor! Ask him what's going to be in the final and just tells you to read the book and that's it! what about some tips eh?! tests were hard and confusing and expects you to read the whole textbook and remember all the terms!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GEO351
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He and Rod Johnson and amazing profs. I'm an older student going back for a second degree. Compared to 15 years ago, these guys are VERY accommodating and just overall great profs. And yes, they do mark tough, but it's for your own good. Do the work and you'll be fine. Highly recommend!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEOG120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Tries to be funny but isn't. Tests were hard. Didn't post notes so it was hard to study for. Definitely relied on the text. The lab was pointless and horribly formatted

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GEOG280
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Very Monotone, works with another prof for this class. lots of the test questions are straight outta the text. Assignments are very Vague. Quite preachy without an opposing or alternate view.Make sure to contribute in his lectures or be prepared for a group presentation assigned in the last 3 days of class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Good professor, just needs to be more enthusiastic about what he is saying.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Bert encouraging class conversation but can be condescending and narrow minded. His notes are useless since all of the tests are based on the textbook which is expected to be memorized. The assignments are very easy once you figure out what they are asking. There is no point in attending this class since there are no reviews or useful notes.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GEOG125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He was very opinionated and negative. Bi-weekly essays were easy and exams had little to do with class topics and mainly based on what was in the text. Definitely read the textbook, but the class is helpful for the essays.